2014

Christmas Greetings and Opening Hours

The Commissioner of Consumer Affairs and the team wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas and a safe and prosperous New Year.

Travelling Conmen Operating in Darwin

The NT Consumer Affairs Commissioner, Gary Clements, is warning people to be on the lookout for travelling conmen reportedly selling goods from a white van in the Palmerston and surrounding areas.

Price Exploitation Prevention Act 2002 - Media Release

Consumer Affairs Commissioner Gary Clements has issued the following statement in relation to the Price Exploitation Prevention Act 2002.

Pack Some Peace of Mind

Australians dreaming of their summer holiday are being encouraged to 'pack some peace of mind' when booking their next trip.

Alice Springs Consumer Affairs Office Move

The NT Consumer Affairs Office will be moving from the 1st floor of Belvedere House to the Westpoint Complex.

Supreme Court and Government House Open Day

The Supreme Court and Government House Open Day is on this Saturday, 9 August 2014.

National Travel Reform

National reforms in the travel industry will see the repeal of travel agents’ legislation in mid-2014. This means that as of 1 July 2014, travel agents in Australia will no longer be required to hold a licence.

National Consumer Fraud Week 16 – 22 June 2014

This year the theme for National Consumer Fraud Week is “Know Who You’re Dealing With”.

Warning about Drover Industries Issued

The Commissioner of Consumer Affairs, Gary Clements, has issued a public warning to consumers not to deal with Joseph Ronald Gass trading as Drover Industries.

Ministers agree to push for small business protections

The Federal Government has moved on its election commitment to extend unfair contract term protections from consumers to small businesses, releasing a discussion paper with state and territory consumer affairs ministers today.